Community Engagement Coordinator-Full time

Community Action Partnership of North Alabama • Decatur, AL

12h • $18

About The Position

Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) Position Summary The Community Engagement Coordinator develops and implements data-driven strategies that strengthen community engagement, support neighborhood stabilization, and enhance quality of life in CAPNA service areas. Reporting to the Director of Homeownership, this role manages the Community Impact Measures (CIM) project, builds community partnerships, coordinates engagement activities, events and oversees inventory for the Homeownership Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, social work, sociology, or related field preferred
• Experience in community engagement/organizing and event planning.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tools.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and understand issues of poverty.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when needed and conduct door‑to‑door engagement.
• English fluency required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license, safe driving record, and pass ABI/FBI background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language a plus.
• Experience with low‑income populations and homelessness is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Community Engagement & Partnerships Serve as the primary liaison between CAPNA and community groups. Build relationships with residents, businesses, elected officials, faith organizations, and local leaders. Encourage resident involvement and leadership development. Participate in community coalitions, outreach, and events. Especially those in low‑to moderate‑income neighborhoods. Represent CAPNA at block parties, health fairs, NeighborWorks activities, and other community initiatives. Identify emerging community leaders and broaden engagement. Support Housing Business Unit strategies and report on engagement goals. Coordinate vehicle reservations and travel for events, trainings, and agency representation.
• Data Collection & CIM Management Lead the CIM project, including surveys, fieldwork, analysis, and reporting. Collect street‑level data on housing conditions, demographics, and neighborhood indicators. Maintain a comprehensive stakeholder database. Conduct research to inform community engagement and stabilization strategies.
• Homeownership Program Support Assist with Homeownership Team goals related to stabilization and homeownership. Monitor single‑family construction progress and report bi‑weekly. Submit and track purchase requests through reconciliation. Manage inventory, tools, supplies, and audit requirements for the department.
• Event & Program Coordination Support planning and execution of workshops, community events, and engagement activities. Manage event logistics, outreach, materials, and follow‑up documentation. Prepare training materials and maintain event‑related inventory. Organize and track all NeighborWorks Week supplies. Assist with planning and implementation of NW Week Event.
• Administrative Duties and Training Maintain organized records, documentation, and reporting. Prepare purchase orders in the agency’s PO system. Perform additional duties that support the mission and goals of CAPNA. Continuous training in Community Engagement, Housing Counseling and Homeownership is required to assure staffing needs are met.

Benefits

• All full time employees of the Partnership are provided a very generous and exceptional benefits package which includes full medial coverage managed by PEEHP (BC/BS Plan).
• The agency contributes over 10% monthly to the Retirement System of Alabama on behalf of each employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level